Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic clinical nursing care to patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or licensed medical provider. The LPN delivers patient care across the lifespan—infant through geriatric—in a high-volume outpatient setting. This role requires strong clinical skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality, patient-centered care.

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Responsibilities

• and Duties
• Deliver holistic nursing care to patients of all ages, including medication administration (oral, injectable, and topical), venipuncture, and treatment under provider orders.
• Conduct patient triage by collecting vital signs (pulse, temperature, blood pressure, height, weight) and recording medical histories.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff and patients to ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventive health measures.
• Uphold clinical standards and follow established protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in case management, patient follow-up, and coordination of care with internal and external providers.
• Assist the Director of Nursing with staff orientation, training, and clinical competencies for new and current employees.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and assist in corrective action plans as needed.
• Monitor and maintain quality assurance processes including medical record audits, standing orders, emergency equipment checks, and clinical supply inventory.
• Respond to patient complaints and resolve clinical issues in collaboration with the DON and Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
• Support accreditation readiness and grant compliance by following documentation standards and contributing to reporting requirements.
• Attend mandatory meetings, participate in committees, and engage in professional development and in-service education.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of vaccines in compliance with VFC, GRITS, and provider agreement requirements.
• Support organizational goals and strategic planning efforts under the Neighborhood Improvement Project, Inc.